The Jefferson County Coroner's Office identified the victim as Sandra Loretta Benefield, 55. Benefield was pronounced dead on the scene Thursday, Feb. 20. Authorities used dental records to confirm her identity on Monday.

The fire started just before 3 p.m. on Rock Creek Road, Sylvan Springs Fire Chief William Johnson said. Crews were called to the scene to reports of smoke and found a well-involved house fire.

Benefield's husband was outside when fire crews arrived, and told them his wife was still inside. They found her body after the blaze was extinguished.

Authorities said they don't suspect foul play. Neighbors said they heard small explosions during the fire, possibly from oxygen tanks. The fire spread to brush around the home, and the Alabama Forestry Commission was called in to cut a fire break in order to keep the flames from spreading.